WINEMAKER NOTES:
2021 is the 16th vintage from Cara Mia Vineyard. In that time we’ve incessantly tweaked, prodded, pruned, grafted and in many other ways changed the way we farm and harvest fruit, all with the goal of producing intense wines of grace and balance not normally found on Red Mountain or in most of Washington. In those 16 years I have become increasingly confident in our pick decisions (being old has a few advantages) and in that time we’ve lowered our ripeness levels at least one to 1.5 Brix, a significant change allowing for more non-fruit savoriness and bright, beautiful acidity coupled with ageworthy tannins. As for our new release, the 2021 vintage brought a wonderful balance to Cabernet Sauvignon that clearly demonstrates the character we love to express.
TASTING NOTES:
Dusty and youthfully coy, slowly evolving with an array of dried roses, cedar dust and red currants. Surprisingly juicy and energetic, the '21 displays silky textures propelled by racy acidity. A saturation of primary fruit adds tension and poise toward the close. This finishes grippy and long yet maintains grace. Chalky mineral tones and hints of lavender resonate throughout the glass.
- Vinous, 95 pts.
